The Engagement Edge

“Text smarter. Sell faster.”

About The Engagement Edge

The Engagement Edge is the official blog of Cars Buy Text, where we share strategies, insights, and real-world success stories on how SMS is transforming automotive retail. Since 2013, we’ve helped dealerships nationwide generate over 1 million customer engagements from platforms like AutoTrader, Cars.com, and CarGurus — turning everyday ads into powerful text-driven sales channels.

Our mission is simple: help dealerships meet buyers where they are and close more deals through faster, smarter communication. Here you’ll find best practices, case studies, and actionable tips to keep your store ahead of the curve in today’s digital-first marketplace.

Because at the end of the day, customers don’t want to wait on hold or send emails into the void. They want answers now — and texting delivers.

  • Text Drive Sales:This 1994 Porsche 911 Speedster is one of 936 examples produced between 1992 and 1994, just 427 of which were built for the US market, and it shows 4,900 miles following registration history in Georgia, New York, and Massachusetts. Powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six paired with a G50 five-speed manual transaxle, the car is finished in black over black leather upholstery. Equipment includes 17″ Cup alloy wheels, a black soft top, a fiberglass twin-hump convertible-top cover panel, a speed-activated rear spoiler, a cassette stereo, cruise control, power accessories, and fixed-back Recaro bucket seats. This 911 Speedster is offered in California with a clean Carfax report and a clean Massachusetts title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7V2

    4,900-Mile 1994 Porsche 911 Speedster 5-Speed
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2012 Ford Mustang was sold new as a GT Coupe and was subsequently sent to Shelby American in Las Vegas, Nevada, for conversion to Shelby GT350 specification and collected via Shelby Museum delivery. The car was finished in Performance White from the factory, with Guardsman Blue stripes and the GT350 Interior Package being added by Shelby American. Power is provided by a Whipple-supercharged 5.0-liter V8 linked with a six-speed manual transmission and a limited-slip differential. Options include Shelby-specific front and rear fascias, a hood scoop, an integrated rear spoiler, Wilwood brakes, revised handbrake and shift boots, a Shaker audio system, SYNC infotainment, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control. This Shelby GT350 is now offered with Ford and Shelby American window stickers, a Shelby American sales order, a Shelby American certificate, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Arizona title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7Tz

    4k-Mile 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Coupe 6-Speed
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has 78k miles following registration history in New Jersey and New York, and it is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.6-liter V8 linked with a seven-speed automatic transmission and a 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system. Finished in Diamond White Metallic over beige leather upholstery, the vehicle is equipped with adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a powered tailgate, Parktronic parking sensors, a Surround View camera system, 21″ AMG split-spoke wheels, a panoramic sunroof, rear entertainment screens, heated and ventilated power-adjustable front seats, heated second-row seats, third-row seating, Keyless Go, navigation, a Harman Kardon sound system, and three-zone automatic climate control. This X166 GL550 was acquired by the selling dealer in 2025 and is now offered in Florida at no reserve with headphones, remotes, a clean Carfax report, and a New York title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7Tt

    2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1993 BMW 316i Touring was purchased by the selling dealer in Germany before it was imported to the US in 2025, and work under current ownership is said to have included repainting the hood, reupholstering the seats in green and gray Design Edition fabric upholstery, and replacing the rear muffler, hood shock, accessory drive belts, tires, and assorted brake components. Finished in Laguna Green Pearl Metallic, the car is powered by a 1.6-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transmission. Additional equipment consists of European-specification headlights, 14″ bottle cap wheels, front bucket seats, air conditioning, and a Kenwood CD stereo. This 316i Touring is now offered by the selling dealer in California with service records, import documents, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Washington title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7Sg

    1993 BMW 316i Touring 5-Speed
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2016 Nissan R35 GT-R Premium has 26k miles through the seller’s purchase in 2017, and it is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 linked to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and an ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system. Finished in Jet Black over black leather and suede, the car is equipped with LED headlights, Bilstein DampTronic suspension, forged 20″ RAYS multi-spoke wheels, heated power-adjustable front seats, a Bose sound system, a back-up camera, and a CD stereo. This GT-R Premium is now offered with the owner’s manual, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Colorado title in the seller’s name. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7SV

    26k-Mile 2016 Nissan GT-R Premium
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2012 Jaguar XKR-S coupe was initially delivered to Hornburg Jaguar in Santa Monica, California, and now has 4,500 miles. Powered by a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the car is finished in Stratus Gray over Warm Charcoal soft-grain leather. Equipment includes an active differential, parking sensors, bi-xenon headlights, 20″ Vulcan alloy wheels, heated power-adjustable front seats, a heated steering wheel, a Bowers & Wilkins sound system, a rearview camera, navigation, and dual-zone automatic climate control. Acquired by the selling dealer in 2025, this XKR-S coupe is offered with a window sticker, a clean Carfax report, and a clean New Jersey title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7S8

    4,500-Mile 2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe
  • Text Drive Sales:This ’34 Ford is a steel-bodied, full-fendered coupe that was previously part of the Bruce Church collection, and it was acquired by the seller in 2022. Dubbed ‘Black Widow’, the build is highlighted by the 347ci V8, which is equipped with a SCAT crankshaft, JE pistons, a roller camshaft, Crane rockers, and a Proform 750cfm double-pumper carburetor mounted on an Edelbrock Air Gap intake manifold and topped by a Holley Hi-Tek air cleaner. The C-6 automatic is linked to a Currie 9″ rear end, and the car rides on Torq Thrust-style wheels with a Mustang II-style front end featuring tubular control arms, coilovers, and disc brakes, while the four-link rear also uses coilovers and discs. Headers are linked to a dual exhaust system, and the interior features two-tone upholstery, power windows, air conditioning, a tilt-out windshield, a roll-down rear window, a tilt column and a banjo-style wheel, woodgrain trim, and TPI-Tech gauges. ‘Black Widow’ is now offered with a Florida title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw7Pn

    347-Powered 34 Ford Coupe Street Rod
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III was purchased by its prior owner in 1968 and remained with them for the next five decades. It underwent engine and transmission rebuild as well as other mechanical work that totaled over $20k in 2021 and 2022 before being acquired by the current owner on BaT in October 2022. Subsequent updates have involved re-trimming the seats in blue vinyl along with replacing the walnut wood dash, carpets, and tires. Finished in black with a black soft top and top boot, the car is powered by a 2.9-liter inline-six fitted with dual SU carburetors and mated to a four-speed manual transmission with overdrive. It rides on 15″ knock-off wire wheels and is further equipped with front disc brakes, a stainless-steel exhaust system, and 2+2 seating. This 3000 BJ8 is now offered on dealer consignment in Monterey, California, at no reserve with a British Motor Industry Heritage Trust certificate, service records, spare parts, and a clean California title in the owner’s name. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw4rD

    1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2005 Jaguar Super V8 has 40k miles following registration history in California, and it is finished in Ebony over Cranberry leather upholstery. Powered by a supercharged 4.2-liter V8 linked to a six-speed automatic transmission, the car is equipped with a sunroof, parking sensors, 19″ five-spoke wheels, heated power-adjustable front seats, heated power-adjustable outboard rear seats, rear sunshades, navigation, an AM/FM/CD stereo, an Alpine sound system, a rear-seat dual-screen entertainment system, and four-zone automatic climate control. This X350 was acquired in 2025 by the selling dealer, a Local Partner, and it is now offered in Wisconsin with the owner’s manual, a clean Carfax report, and a clean California title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw4pg

    40k-Mile 2005 Jaguar Super V8
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL was originally delivered to Carwell Corporation of Hermosa Beach, California and was subsequently acquired by the current owner in 1985. It is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in red over black MB-Tex and is equipped with a black convertible top, a removable hardtop, power steering, 14″ steel wheels with painted covers, a CD stereo, and air conditioning. The engine was rebuilt in 2021, and the transmission was overhauled in 2022. This W113 SL is offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with service records, manufacturer’s literature, a car cover, a hardtop hoist, the removed stereo, and a clean California title in the owner’s name. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
    http://dlvr.it/TNw4ng

    40-Years-Owned 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
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